Joseph Thornton
Registered User
Hello,
My name is Joseph. 40 Y.O.-W.M. I live in Golden and I have already taken the first step to become a Freemason.
Over the past couple of months I've spent time talking with a Prince Hall Mason that works in the same plant I do. I asked him about Masonry when I noticed his square and compass on his hard hat. We've had very pleasant conversations. I'm aware of conspiracies surrounding the Craft and have already done some research on my own. I don't buy into the theories. I do believe what the Masons claim they are, so I had renewed interest to dig deeper into finding out what this is all about. I've decided 2B1ASK1.
I submitted my contact information to the CO State Grand Lodge website about 4 or 5 weeks ago. I've heard nothing. I checked the local Blue Lodge website and I saw that they had a meeting and pre-lodge dinner on Dec 7th. So I decided to go introduce myself. (THIS was tough for a somewhat introvert- though not anti-social)
I had to wait 2 weeks for the 7th to come around. I went to the lodge before the dinner and sat on the steps waiting for anyone to arrive. My contact was cordial. I introduced myself to the first 2 gentlemen that walked up. Told them who I was and why I was there. I was invited inside and shown around. I was given a petition and invited to eat. Ugh, again a little introverted but I didn't want to seem rude. Also I have posted and read a bit on askafreemason forum and it was recommended that this is a good chance to meet lodge brothers and begin networking. Based on that recommendation I accepted the invitation. As strange as it was I am glad I DID go to the lodge to introduce myself and I am glad I did stay for the dinner.
Afterwards the Secretary had finally showed up. It seems several people had lodge business to attend to that evening. I was surprised that I was brought into the main hall to see him as he had set up in there and was helping people. I waited in line and when he was available I was introduced. He was surprised that he still had not heard anything from the Grand Lodge contact I submitted. I was informed about dues, and because I don't know any of the lodge members, I also don't think any of my family are nor ever were Masons. (I will be the first that I know of) I will have to wait 6 months while the lodge members get to know me and someone can sign my petition.
So the wait is on. I will have to attend open events until then. As of today I emailed the lodge to pre-register for the next pre-lodge dinner on the 21st. The dinner organizer has already responded. I bought a dress coat and I am looking forward to getting to know them.
My name is Joseph. 40 Y.O.-W.M. I live in Golden and I have already taken the first step to become a Freemason.
Over the past couple of months I've spent time talking with a Prince Hall Mason that works in the same plant I do. I asked him about Masonry when I noticed his square and compass on his hard hat. We've had very pleasant conversations. I'm aware of conspiracies surrounding the Craft and have already done some research on my own. I don't buy into the theories. I do believe what the Masons claim they are, so I had renewed interest to dig deeper into finding out what this is all about. I've decided 2B1ASK1.
I submitted my contact information to the CO State Grand Lodge website about 4 or 5 weeks ago. I've heard nothing. I checked the local Blue Lodge website and I saw that they had a meeting and pre-lodge dinner on Dec 7th. So I decided to go introduce myself. (THIS was tough for a somewhat introvert- though not anti-social)
I had to wait 2 weeks for the 7th to come around. I went to the lodge before the dinner and sat on the steps waiting for anyone to arrive. My contact was cordial. I introduced myself to the first 2 gentlemen that walked up. Told them who I was and why I was there. I was invited inside and shown around. I was given a petition and invited to eat. Ugh, again a little introverted but I didn't want to seem rude. Also I have posted and read a bit on askafreemason forum and it was recommended that this is a good chance to meet lodge brothers and begin networking. Based on that recommendation I accepted the invitation. As strange as it was I am glad I DID go to the lodge to introduce myself and I am glad I did stay for the dinner.
Afterwards the Secretary had finally showed up. It seems several people had lodge business to attend to that evening. I was surprised that I was brought into the main hall to see him as he had set up in there and was helping people. I waited in line and when he was available I was introduced. He was surprised that he still had not heard anything from the Grand Lodge contact I submitted. I was informed about dues, and because I don't know any of the lodge members, I also don't think any of my family are nor ever were Masons. (I will be the first that I know of) I will have to wait 6 months while the lodge members get to know me and someone can sign my petition.
So the wait is on. I will have to attend open events until then. As of today I emailed the lodge to pre-register for the next pre-lodge dinner on the 21st. The dinner organizer has already responded. I bought a dress coat and I am looking forward to getting to know them.